A trip to the Ozark Mountains by anglers usually means a visit to Branson, Missouri. The dam on the White River built here in 1913 created the incredibly large and manmade Lake Taneycomo, which has since become a tourist magnet that attracts nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts by the boatload. The first thing that all Lake Taneycomo fishing guides mention is that this is without any doubt one of the top trout and bass fishing locations in the country.
Tourists in downtown Branson have an advantage because of direct and easy access to the water. Anglers may want to check out some of the other access points east of Branson, including at Branson Landing, Powersite, Rockaway Beach or Forsyth. The entire length of 22 miles between the two dams is one big trout fishing spectacle all year round, drawing people from all corners of the nation.
The clear water at a cool 50 degrees is stocked annually with 750,000 magnificent trout. They come from a hatchery called Shepherd of the Hills which raises a stupendous 1.25 million of these trophy rainbow and brown trout each year. State regulations must be followed, and there are additional restrictions in effect at the upper end of this lake.
The upper end is perfect for both spin and fly fishing, with an abundance of quality catch. However, it comes under an artificial area with attendant regulations, and there's also a slot limit that is explained in detail below. The rest of the water body has no such limitations as far as the lure used and the length of catch are concerned.
Trout permits in these parts come with a four-per-day limit. The daily permit valid for a specific date costs $7, but anglers who plan on coming back can always get an annual or even a lifetime permit. The permits may be bought at any Walmart or a sporting goods store in Missouri.
The restricted artificial area runs for about three miles from the mouth of Fall Creek to the Table Rock Dam. No bait may be used here, and even catch and release expeditions need to have a trout permit. The slot limits in this zone applies to 12-20" rainbow trout and also for brown trout which are smaller than 20 inches.
In simple terms, what this means is that rainbow trout in between 12 to 20 inches must be released back after being caught, and only those that are smaller than 12 inches or bigger than 20 inches may be kept. Any brown trout which are smaller than 20 inches also cannot be kept, and must be released back into the water immediately after they are caught. The normal possession limits will also need to be followed.
It's important to know the secret spots which eager anglers and tourists have not already trawled. This is the best way to end up with a catch of huge record-breaking trout after a hard day of wading and boating. It's a lot easier with the help of expert local fishing guides who take people out of guided tours. White River and Lake Taneycomo fishing spots shift every season, and only these expert guides know exactly where the fish are at any given point of time.
Tourists in downtown Branson have an advantage because of direct and easy access to the water. Anglers may want to check out some of the other access points east of Branson, including at Branson Landing, Powersite, Rockaway Beach or Forsyth. The entire length of 22 miles between the two dams is one big trout fishing spectacle all year round, drawing people from all corners of the nation.
The clear water at a cool 50 degrees is stocked annually with 750,000 magnificent trout. They come from a hatchery called Shepherd of the Hills which raises a stupendous 1.25 million of these trophy rainbow and brown trout each year. State regulations must be followed, and there are additional restrictions in effect at the upper end of this lake.
The upper end is perfect for both spin and fly fishing, with an abundance of quality catch. However, it comes under an artificial area with attendant regulations, and there's also a slot limit that is explained in detail below. The rest of the water body has no such limitations as far as the lure used and the length of catch are concerned.
Trout permits in these parts come with a four-per-day limit. The daily permit valid for a specific date costs $7, but anglers who plan on coming back can always get an annual or even a lifetime permit. The permits may be bought at any Walmart or a sporting goods store in Missouri.
The restricted artificial area runs for about three miles from the mouth of Fall Creek to the Table Rock Dam. No bait may be used here, and even catch and release expeditions need to have a trout permit. The slot limits in this zone applies to 12-20" rainbow trout and also for brown trout which are smaller than 20 inches.
In simple terms, what this means is that rainbow trout in between 12 to 20 inches must be released back after being caught, and only those that are smaller than 12 inches or bigger than 20 inches may be kept. Any brown trout which are smaller than 20 inches also cannot be kept, and must be released back into the water immediately after they are caught. The normal possession limits will also need to be followed.
It's important to know the secret spots which eager anglers and tourists have not already trawled. This is the best way to end up with a catch of huge record-breaking trout after a hard day of wading and boating. It's a lot easier with the help of expert local fishing guides who take people out of guided tours. White River and Lake Taneycomo fishing spots shift every season, and only these expert guides know exactly where the fish are at any given point of time.
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